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Disregard Rumors, Gen. Kyaligonza Is Alive And Kicking – Foreign Affairs Ministry
The Government of Uganda through the Foreign Affairs Ministry has refuted rumors about the passing on of Uganda’s Ambassador to Burundi Maj Gen (Rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza. A few hours ago, social media was awash by reports alleging that the senior military officer had succumbed to Covid-19 at Kampala Hospital. However, according to Foreign Affairs officials…
Judicial Service Commission Responds To Businessman Hamis Kiggundu Over Principal Judge Flavian Zeija’s Alleged Judicial Mis-conduct
The Judicial Service Commission (JCC) has acknowledged receipt of a complaint by businessman, Hamis Kiggundu against Principal Judge, Dr.Flavia Zeija over the manner in which he handled the sh120b DTB case. In November 9 letter, the Judicial Service Commission chairperson, Justice Benjamin Kabiito acknowledged receiving the Kiggundu’s complaint. “We acknowledge receipt of your complaint against…
Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia to Headline Virtual Discussion of the “Journey and Future Of Victoria University”
East Africa’s business magnet Dr Sudhir Ruparelia next week Thursday will be the chief panelist at a virtual discussion organized by Victoria University. The discussion will be held under the theme “discussing the journey and the future of Victoria University and will start from 11Am -1Pm. Dr.Ruparelia – CEO Ruparelia group of companies and the…
Ugandan Gov’t Finally Okays Licenced External Labour Companies To Resume Work
The government of Uganda through the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development has relaxed restrictions on externalization of labor to enable companies involved in the sourcing of external employment for migrant workers abroad are to resume business. “This is to inform all licensed companies involved in the sourcing of external employment for Ugandan migrant…
Disgruntled: UPDF Section Commander Commits Suicide
A joint team of security in Hoima district has started investigating circumstances under a Uganda Peoples Defence Forces ‘UPDF’ soldier took off his own life. UPDF Spokesperson Brig Flavia Byekwaso revealed that Corporal Wilson Kalyango, 40, a section commander in the 13 battalions, 303 brigade committed suicide on Monday in Nyakasenene village, Nzorobi parish, Kabaale…
Gen.Saleh Roots For Food Security At National Memory & Peace Documentation Centre Kitgum
The Northern Uganda insurgency national memory and documentation centre received a boost today when Gen Coleb Akandwanaho a.k.a Salim Saleh and UPDF attended and toured a photographic exhibition of salient events that marked the conflicts in Kitgum town. Accompanied by the UPDF former Joint chief of Staff Ambassodor Maj Gen Robert Rusoke, the UPDF Chief…
Relief As Gov’t Re-opens Casinos, Gyms, Extends Public Gatherings To 200 People
Minister for Health Dr Jane Ruth Aceng has reopened casinos,gyms, massage parlors and gaming centers starting from Saturday 14 November 2020. She also announced that the number of people attending political rallies, processions, weddings, meetings had been increased from 70 to 200 . Dr Aceng insisted that social distancing of 2 meters, hand hygiene and…
Judge Dismisses Kanyamunyu’s Application Seeking To Halt Murder Case
The High Court Judge Steven Mubiru has dismissed an application filed by businessman Mathew Kanyamunyu seeking to have his murder trial stood over for as he awaits the outcome of a cultural justice system explored with the Acholi cultural leaders, over the death of Kenneth Akena. Justice Mubiru agreed with prosecution led by Jonathan Muwaganya…
Banking Group I&M Set To Pay USD 33.6m For Orient Bank Uganda Take Over
Banking group I&M Holdings PLC which is part of the I&M Group will pay USD 33.6m (Shs112 billion) to acquire a 90 per cent stake in Uganda’s Orient Bank, according to disclosures in a circular to shareholders. This website has learnt that the shares will be bought from Hemlata Karia, Jay Karia, Morka Holdings Limited,…
Mesut Ozil Delivers His Verdict On Arsenal’s 3-0 Loss Vs Aston Villa With Social Media Message
Mesut Ozil had an eventful night as Arsenal were beaten 3-0 by Aston Villa on Sunday. The 32-year-old was a spectator for the game at the Emirates Stadium as he can’t take part in Premier League games this season after not being included in the squad by manager Mikel Arteta. That decision came back to…